IFWE’s Midweek Memo – 10.09.13

Elise Daniel

October 9, 2013

Is the government shutdown really that bad? Acton Institute

Do we need federal government? Of course. But, do we need as much federal government as we have? It sure doesn’t seem so. –Elise Hilton

I’m living the dream Smorgasblurb

If we really believe we’re all priests, my work is no more significant than Christians manufacturing metal fans and selling mattresses. –Chris Horst

The Cultural Mandate and Your Work Today The Resurgence

The cultural mandate not only gives us purpose in our vocation, but it’s also connected to our fulfillment in work. –Hugh Whelchel

Income inequality and growth go together USA Today

…the evidence on inequality’s effects offers little reason to blame rising income disparities for the ills facing our economy. –Scott Winship

Reviving America’s Economy by Incentivizing Entrepreneurship Values and Capitalism

By taking up self-employment initiatives, workers can create value for themselves and their communities. -David Wilezol

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Elise Daniel

Elise Daniel is a contributing writer for the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics. She is the creative director at Bellwether Communications and has previously worked with the Values & Capitalism project at A.E.I. and the Acton Institute. Her articles have been published in Real Clear Religion, The Detroit News, Relevant Magazine, and AFF Doublethink. She has a BBA in Economics from James Madison University.